#Urushii #laquerware is traditionally painted with gold dust. In the early 17th century, the Maeda lords invited the famous craftsman Igarashi Doho from Kyoto to introduce his exquisite painting techniques to local artisans. Today, Maki-e is a process of painting with gold, silver, and mother-of-pearl on the surface of lacquerware. Kaga Maki-e was not developed as a local industry but as an art patronized by provincial lords. Therefore, it has never been mass-produced. #zenpuls #handmade
